2016 Hyundai I10 1.0L Petrol · EN16 XPW
2016 Hyundai I10 (1.0L, petrol). First registered 22 Jun 2016. Recorded mileage 12,184 miles. MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- HYUNDAI I10
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 12,184 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EN16 XPW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/06/2026
- 12,184 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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EN16 XPW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Hyundai I10 (EN16 XPW) between June 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
EN16 XPW Mileage History
- 17/06/20227,393 mi
- 16/06/20238,115 mi+722 mi
- 18/06/20249,533 mi+1,418 mi
- 20/06/202511,754 mi+2,221 mi
- 15/06/202612,184 mi+430 mi
Average of roughly 1,199 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Hyundai i10 (Gen 2)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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Our Verdict
This Hyundai i10 is a sensible low-risk
Given the low recorded mileage, this i10 is likely to have spent long periods unused or used only for short trips. Short-trip use can be hard on a car because the engine and exhaust never get fully hot, so moisture and corrosive by-products accumulate. Ask the seller to demonstrate a cold start from a cool engine and check the exhaust for heavy rust or moisture staining. Inspect the tyres carefully — the 2025 MOT recorded perishing on both front tyres, and with only 12,184 miles on the clock the tyres are likely original-spec items, so budget for a full set if replacements are needed.
The recurring Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint advisory is the most significant mechanical point to verify. A used ball joint typically costs around £80–£150 fitted for a small car like the i10, but if the joint has degraded further since June 2026, it could push the vehicle towards an MOT failure on its next annual test. Have the joint wiggled by hand on a ramp or with the wheel lifted and listen for any knocking over bumps during a test drive. The perished fuel cap seal noted at the 2026 test is a trivial £15–£25 fix but worth negotiating off the asking price.
The 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine in this i10 returns approximately 50–55 mpg in mixed driving and around 60 mpg on a steady run, making it one of the most economical non-hybrid small cars available. Road tax sits in the cheap bracket due to the sub-1.0-litre engine and pre-2017 registration, costing around £20–£35 per year depending on exact CO2 banding. Insurance falls into group 1 or 2 for this entry-level variant, which is the cheapest bracket on the UK market.
Routine servicing is inexpensive thanks to the simple mechanicals, with an annual service typically costing £120–£180 at an independent garage. Parts availability for the i10 is strong and components are cheap. Based on fuel, tax, insurance and routine maintenance, an annual running cost of £800–£1,100 is realistic for a vehicle doing low mileage like this one.
Start with the suspension components flagged in the last two MOTs. With the vehicle on a four-post ramp or with both front wheels lifted, grasp each front tyre at the 9 and 3 o'clock positions and attempt to rock it — any clunking or perceptible movement indicates the offside front ball joint has worn beyond the 'slight play' threshold recorded in June 2026. Also check the nearside front ball joint, as wear on one side often accelerates the other. Inspect the front tyres for cracking in the sidewalls, particularly on the offside front where perishing was flagged in 2025 — aged tyres with low mileage can develop sidewall cracks even if the tread depth looks adequate.
The perished fuel cap seal noted in 2026 is worth examining visually. A new fuel cap is inexpensive but a damaged filler neck or broken cap retaining ring is more involved to fix. Beyond the MOT-flagged items, check for the usual i10 weak points: corrosion around the rear wheel arches and under the tailgate, condition of the cambelt (if due on a 2016 car it should have been changed by now — verify the service book record), and the rear brake drums which can seize on low-mileage cars that have seen little use. A test drive over uneven roads should produce no clonks, knocks or steering wander.
Registered in June 2016, this 998cc petrol Hyundai i10 has covered just 12,184 miles over ten years of use, equating to roughly 1,218 miles per year — well under the model average of 4,726 annual miles. All five recorded MOT tests were passed with no failures, though the two most recent tests have each surfaced advisories relating to suspension ball joint wear and tyre condition. The 1.0-litre petrol engine and silver bodywork suggest this is the entry-level variant, which is widely chosen for urban commuting and low running costs.
Across 240,709 analysed Hyundai i10s, the model achieves an 80.8% MOT pass rate, which is broadly in line with the UK average for small petrol hatchbacks. The most common failure points — headlamps, suspension arms and brake discs — are consistent with wear items on a car of this size and age.
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